Saturday, July 27, - Black and White Ball, 7pm to 10:15pm

For over 15 years, the Summer Black and White Ball has been a beloved tradition. These events offer a fantastic opportunity for our dance community to come together, dress up, enjoy the Portland outdoors, and dance to great music.
I'm preparing a 4-hour playlist of eclectic favorites, including Waltz, East and West Coast Swing, Nightclub Two Step, and Latin. This mix is designed to delight both long-time dancers at PDE and those new to our dances.

Dress code: Black and White attire is encouraged, and creative interpretations are welcome.

We still have tickets available for leads and couples. Payments will be accepted at the door or online
Dance plus Contribution for floor help -. $40; Dance only - $30
Here is the link to purchase tickets
                            
Multnomah Arts Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR

August 10 - Blues Eclectic w/ Lesson& Live Music at Norse Hall

7:00PM All levels Blues lesson by Brenda Russell. Topic: Two Step Sampler: Swing Walk & Country Blues traveling form of Blues originating from New Orleans marches, then walking right on into the Ballrooms of America. This dance has a playful 2nd Line aesthetic, and lots of room for play and individual expression. After two-stepping around the room we will spend some time with stationary dance movement and connection in two-step rhythms.

8:00PM Dance; Smut City Jelly Roll Society, a popular Portland band, will play two sets of swing and blues with DJ music at breaks.

Cost: Lesson & Dance: $25 to $20 sliding scale
Dance Only: $20 to $15 sliding sacleNorse Hall, 111 11th Ave, Portland.

Here is a link to a quick, but comprehensive survey about our upcoming Summer Dances. The survey includes information on Free Dances at Director Park, which will be open to the public. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to share your thoughts on Dance Eclectic, including feedback on music, dances, and our website. Your input will be greatly appreciated

Sun., August 11 - 6pm to 8pm - Free Dance at Director Park

We are thrilled to announce that Dancing with Joy and Portland Dance Eclectic will be hosting two free dance events at Director Park this summer!

Our dance floor will be open to the public, and we invite everyone to come and enjoy the evening with us. The size of the floor will depend on how many dancers we anticipate and the support we receive in setting up. Your participation and help are greatly appreciated! If you can assist with transporting and/or installing the floor, please let us know by email or through the survey linked above.

The Playlist will be PDE Casual Ballroom favorites with DJ Dannis Myers
Director Park, SW Park and Morrison (parking available with a block of dance)
Let's make these evenings magical together, dancing under the summer sky!

August 18 - Sunday Dance Eclectic w/ Lesson at Norse Hall

10:30 Lesson: All levels Nightclub Two Step with Ariel Kaplan
11:30 Dance: DJ Dennis Myers. Eclectic Playlist with Waltz, Swing, Latin, NC2S, Tango

Cost: Dance w/ Lesson: $20 to $10. Dance only- $15 to $10 - Sliding scale
Norse Hall, 111 11th Ave, Portland,